Comparison Console
Acebeam K65 vs Acebeam T28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$224Most expensive
US$182.9Cheapest
Weight
660 g (23.28 oz)Heaviest
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
Length
190 mm (7.48 in)Shortest
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6200 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
257000 cdLowest candela
422500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1014 m (3327 ft)Lowest
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2m)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminium alloy Type 6063 with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel bezel
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
SearchingHuntingRescuingSecuringCavingOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementEmergency servicesNature conservationNocturnal adventurers
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Common praise
Extremely high maximum output and throwLong runtime on lower modesRobust build quality with premium materialsEasy one-handed operation via side electronic switchEffective thermal regulation and battery power indicatorsMultiple brightness levels and special modes like strobe and SOS
Exceptional long-range beam up to 1300 metersHigh-quality aerospace-grade aluminum constructionGood battery capacity and included rechargeable batteryMultiple brightness levels and strobe for tactical useCompact size with effective heat management
Common complaints
Heavier and larger compared to smaller EDC flashlightsHotspot tint with some yellowish corona noted in beamSide switch has small UI quirks such as mode skippingBezel can get damaged when dropped despite stainless steel material
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use